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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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